25-year-old female star’s Raw moment reportedly sparks big buzz among higher-ups

Current WWE Champion impressed the higher-ups with the reaction they received during WWE Raw's Netflix debut.


25-year-old female star’s Raw moment reportedly sparks big buzz among higher-ups

Tiffany Stratton and Rhea Ripley (via @WrestlingWCC/X)

Tiffany Stratton captured the WWE Women’s Championship on SmackDown last week, marking a dream come true for The Buff Barbie after a stellar year on the main roster. The 25-year-old star received a thunderous ovation from the WWE Universe, but the focus now shifts to how WWE management backstage viewed her monumental victory.

According to PWInsider, WWE management was taken aback by the strong reception Tiffany received during her appearance on Raw’s Netflix debut. The reaction from the fans was louder than expected, leaving a significant impact. As a result, there are discussions within the company about planning a long-term push for Stratton.

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The Centre of the Universe also received a loud pop from the fans when she cashed in her Money in the Bank contract on Nia Jax. She might turn babyface in the weeks to come ahead of the road to WrestleMania. Speaking of WrestleMania, Stratton might be involved in a high-profile feud considering her current status in the women’s division.

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Furthermore, the WWE Women’s Champion has a huge target on her back on SmackDown. With The Irresistible Force potentially lurking for her, it will be interesting to see how Stratton is going to dodge such a major challenge. There are chances that WWE might book this match between the former best friends for Royal Rumble 2025.

Maxxine Dupri discusses Tiffany Stratton’s Money in the Bank cash-in

Tiffany Stratton’s Money in the Bank cash in was a shocking turn of events for many people. The Buff Barbie had been long teasing to claim her victory over the championship. However, there was also a sense of hesitation in her mind. Recently, Maxxine Dupri discussed the incredible moment that saw Stratton making history on SmackDown.

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Speaking on the Lightweights Podcast, Dupri said that Stratton did a commendable job in building anticipation for her MITB cash in. She added that the 25-year-old kept the WWE Universe on the edge to make things unpredictable. As a result, when Stratton actually cashed in her contract, it became a legendary milestone in her career.

It’s not that I was shocked of the timing, it’s just shocking in general because we’ve been so much waiting for this moment and so to have it happen I think was honestly brilliant. 

Maxxine Dupri via Lightweights Podcast
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Dupri also expressed excitement to see what the future holds for Stratton from here on. The Alpha Academy member heaped praise on Tiffany Stratton for having a confident personality in and out of the ring. Therefore, she hopes for an incredible title run for the SmackDown star ahead of the road to WrestleMania 41.

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